Centrelink chaos fuels financial advice boom
Financial advisers are cashing in on Australia's complex welfare system as desperate pensioners seek help navigating Centrelink's confusing rules and poor communication.
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Albany man jailed for slashing sleeping victim's neck
A Western Australian man who sliced a sleeping man's neck down to the bone in a horrific Albany attack has been sentenced to prison. The shocking details of the unprovoked assault revealed in court.
WA's Economic Boom: People and Property Power Prosperity
Western Australia is experiencing an unprecedented economic surge, fueled by population growth and a thriving property market. Discover how these powerful forces are reshaping the state's future prosperity.
WA Adopts Australian-First DV Alert System to Combat Violence
Western Australia could soon implement a groundbreaking national pilot program called DV Notify, designed to protect victims of domestic violence through real-time alerts to police when perpetrators are released from custody.
ACT Guardianship Abuse Fears Spark Investigation Calls
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
Canberra Prison Drug Use Driven by Boredom: Report
A groundbreaking report exposes how extreme boredom in Canberra's jail is driving inmates toward drug use, with lockdowns creating a perfect storm for substance abuse behind bars.
Judge's 14 Key Considerations in David Pye Trial
A West Australian Supreme Court judge faces 14 crucial questions while deliberating the fate of David Pye, accused of murdering his ex-partner. Discover the complex legal reasoning behind this high-profile case.
WA's GST Battle: The Untold Tax Story
Discover how Western Australia's fight for fair GST distribution reshaped the nation's economic landscape and continues to impact every Australian taxpayer.
Eastern Australia Storm Crisis: More Severe Weather Coming
Wild weather continues to pummel eastern Australia, causing widespread destruction across multiple states. Emergency services battle flooding, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall as another severe weather system approaches.
WA's Critical Minerals Warning: Trump Deal Risks
Paul Murray sounds the alarm on Canberra's critical minerals agreement with the Trump administration, warning Western Australia could get short-changed in the global resources race. Discover why this deal has local mining experts concerned.
Canberra transport glitch: Free rides for commuters
A major technical failure in Canberra's public transport system allowed thousands of commuters to travel for free, exposing vulnerabilities in the capital's ticketing infrastructure.
Wild Weather Soaks Melbourne Cup, Tornado Threat for QLD
A massive weather system is drenching Melbourne Cup celebrations while threatening central Australia with heavy rain and Queensland with possible tornadoes in an unprecedented national weather event.
Melbourne Cup: Four Horses Face Vet Review
In an unprecedented move, Racing Victoria veterinarians are conducting urgent reassessments of four Cup contenders as the final field for Australia's greatest race takes shape. Get the latest on which horses face scrutiny and what it means for the $8.4 mi
Prison guard attacker dodges jail in Cessnock case
A man who brutally assaulted a correctional officer at Cessnock Correctional Centre has avoided prison, receiving a community corrections order instead. The decision has raised questions about justice for frontline prison workers.
Townsville Court Hearings October 31: Justice in Session
Townsville's District Court resumes on October 31 with a packed schedule of criminal and civil cases that will shape local justice outcomes across North Queensland.
Serial rapist breaks down as cold case horrors revealed
A Perth serial rapist faces sentencing after pleading guilty to multiple horrific cold case sexual assaults that haunted victims for decades. Read the shocking details.
Prison officers strike over 'slap on wrist' assault sentence
Prison officers at a Newcastle correctional facility have taken strike action after a convicted criminal received what they describe as a 'slap on the wrist' for assaulting multiple officers, raising concerns about workplace safety and judicial consequenc
ACT Govt Knew MyWay System Was Failing Years Ago
Explosive revelations show the ACT Government knew Canberra's troubled MyWay ticketing system was failing years before its replacement, costing taxpayers millions in avoidable expenses.
MyWay Ticketing System Slammed in Damning ACT Report
A damning investigation reveals the ACT government's troubled MyWay ticketing system rollout was plagued by failures, costing taxpayers millions in delays and poor planning.
Koh's Award-Winning Laundry System Launches in Australia
Discover how Koh's innovative laundry system with over 100,000 glowing reviews is transforming Australian laundry routines with eco-friendly, powerful cleaning technology.
Qantas slashes international fares to 27 destinations
Australia's national carrier Qantas has launched an epic international sale with discounted fares to destinations across Asia, Europe, the US and Pacific. Don't miss these limited-time deals for your next overseas adventure.
Aussie Mum's Toilet Training Breakthrough
Discover how one Australian mother's frustration with traditional toilet training led to creating a complete system that's helping families ditch nappies faster and cleaner.
Cairns Court October Sessions: Justice in Far North QLD
The District Court returns to Cairns this October with a packed docket of criminal cases. Get the latest on local court proceedings and what it means for Far North Queensland justice.
Free Vet Advice & Supplies for Hamilton Hill Pet Owners
A groundbreaking community initiative in Hamilton Hill offers free veterinary consultations, pet food, and supplies to struggling local pet owners during the cost of living crisis.
WA's Infrastructure Gridlock Crisis Exposed
Western Australia faces a perfect storm of infrastructure failures as population growth overwhelms transport networks, creating daily chaos for commuters and threatening economic productivity.
Kununurra's youth crime crisis: System failure exposed
The remote WA community of Kununurra faces a youth crime epidemic, but residents say taking children from families would only worsen the situation. Discover why systemic failures are at the heart of the problem.
WA Treasurer defends state's GST share allocation
Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti makes the case for the state's GST allocation, arguing WA's economic success benefits the entire nation through stronger national finances and job creation.
India-Australia T20 washed out by rain
Mother Nature triumphs over cricket stars as persistent showers force abandonment of highly anticipated T20 clash between India and Australia in Dublin.
BHP axes hundreds of Pilbara mining jobs
Mining giant BHP announces sweeping cuts to its Pilbara iron ore operations, putting approximately 720 jobs at risk in Western Australia's crucial resources sector.
Bancroft century fuels Ashes selection debate
Western Australian batsman Cam Bancroft has stormed back into Ashes contention with a commanding century against Queensland, putting national selectors on notice with his dominant Sheffield Shield form.
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